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Illustration of a fast radio burst leaving its host galaxy.

Universe’s ‘missing matter’ finally located

UC Santa Cruz astronomers are part of an international team that has solved the decades-old mystery of ‘missing matter’ long predicted to exist in the universe but never before detected. Researchers found all the ‘normal’ matter in the vast space between galaxies.

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UC Santa Cruz Minute

UC Santa Cruz Minute

This week’s edition is a minute of silence to hold space for the Black Lives Matter movement. We hope you take this time and more to reflect on current events and how we can help end systemic racism in our country.

Natural history update

Natural history update

In this final installment, enjoy the fascinating reptiles and amphibians of campus. Keep an eye out for reptiles warming up in the sun, and amphibians ending their winter-time mating frenzy.

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Protecting vulnerable children and families

Protecting vulnerable children and families

Professor Margarita Azmitia is part of a 'rapid response' network briefing legislators on issues related to families, communities and the pandemic.

Faculty, alumni win Rydell Visual Arts Fellowships

Faculty, alumni win Rydell Visual Arts Fellowships

The fellowships from Community Foundation Santa Cruz County went to dance lecturer Cid Pearlman, (pictured), Marc D’Estout and two arts alumni.

Ohlone tiger beetles move in again with a little help

Ohlone tiger beetles move in again with a little help

For the first time in over a decade, endangered Ohlone tiger beetles roam former territory near Soquel, waiting to pounce on unsuspecting prey.

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